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APhA The First Fill4.2026 Part 1: Show up. And continue to show up.In this episode, APhA Member and specialty pharmacist from Walgreens Francisco Franco discusses how he's seen community pharmacy evolve in his 15 years of practice. He discusses key skills, attributes and characteristics that have led to his success such as having high emotional intelligence and being able to build a collaborative relationship. Lastly, he discusses his experiences and recommendations for staying engaged as a professional. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to...
2026-04-2315 min
APhA The First Fill3.2026 Part 2: Why Ethics Matter - A Pharmacy Technicians PerspectiveThis podcast explores the everyday ethical challenges faced by pharmacy technicians working across retail, hospital, and clinical settings. Through practical scenarios, professional insights, and real-world examples, this podcast shines a light on the critical role technicians play in protecting patient safety, maintaining confidentiality, and supporting ethical decision making within the healthcare team. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist...
2026-04-0211 min
APhA The First Fill3.2026 Part 1: Ethical Crossroads in Pharmacy Practice - A Pharmacists PerspectiveThis podcast explores real-world ethical dilemmas faced by pharmacy personnel. Through discussion of core ethical principles and practical case studies, listeners will examine how everyday decisions can challenge professional values, patient trust, and ethical standards in community pharmacy practice. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end...
2026-03-2613 min
APhA The First Fill2.2026 Part 2: Diabetes and Weight ManagementThis month, we are reviewing the hot off the press ADA standards of care for people with diabetes. In episode 2, APhA Member Kripali Patel discusses recommendations for weight management in people with diabetes. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours...
2026-03-0513 min
APhA The First Fill2.2026 Part 1: Managing Diabetes with Comorbid DiseaseThis month, we are reviewing the hot off the press ADA standards of care for people with diabetes. In episode 1, APhA Member Justin Kirby discusses updated recommendations and evidence related to treating patients with diabetes who also have comorbid cardiovascular, kidney or liver disease. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a...
2026-02-2612 min
APhA The First Fill1.2026 Part 2: Both Sides of the Script: Pharmacists in Transitions of CareEvidence has demonstrated that effective care transitions from the hospital to home have a major impact on patient outcomes. This month, we are reviewing best practices for pharmacists practicing on both sides of the transition from hospital to home. In this episode 2, APhA Member and pharmacy leader Tonino Michienzi who spearheaded a pilot study discusses the role that the pharmacists plays post discharge and how pharmacists can adapt best practices to prevent 30-day readmission. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to info...
2026-01-2217 min
APhA The First Fill1.2026 Part 1: Both Sides of the Script: Pharmacists in Transitions of CareEvidence has demonstrated that effective care transitions from the hospital to home have a major impact on patient outcomes. This month, we are reviewing best practices for pharmacists practicing on both sides of the transition from hospital to home. In episode 1, APhA Member Marissa Cavaretta will discuss evidence-based strategies and real-world experiences that elevate a hospital pharmacist's impact at discharge, including medication reconciliation, discharge counseling, and post-discharge follow-up calls aimed at preventing avoidable readmissions. Listeners will gain insight into clinical workflows and services designed to strengthen transitions of care. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featurin...
2026-01-1520 min
APhA The First Fill12.2025 Part 2: Battle to once weekly insulin approval – insulin icodecIn this episode, we will review evidence associated with once weekly pipeline agent insulin icodec. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or A...
2025-12-1110 minAPhA The First Fill12.2025 Part 1: Battle to once weekly insulin approval – insulin efsitora alfaIn this episode, we will review evidence associated with once weekly pipeline agent insulin efsitora alfa. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, o...
2025-12-0409 minAPhA The First Fill10.2025 Part 2 A Clinicians Perspective on HRT and Breast CancerIn this episode of the First Fill, Dr. Allison Reed, PharmD, BCPS, BCOP a clinical pharmacy specialist in oncology discusses her perspective on how the recent pooled cohort published in the Lancet impacts what we know on the risk versus benefit of hormone replacement therapy in young women. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account t...
2025-10-3007 minAPhA The First Fill10.2025 Part 1: HRT and Young Onset Breast CancerIn this episode of The First Fill, we will review a recent study published in the Lancet examining hormone therapy use and young-onset breast cancer. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in n...
2025-10-2311 minAPhA The First Fill09.2025 Part 2: Implementing Hypertension Guidelines in PracticeIn this episode of the First Fill, Dr. Ryan Waldschmidt, PharmD, assistant professor of pharmacy practice at the university of Findlay discusses his experience with implementing the updated American college of Cardiology/American Heart Association Clinical Practice guidelines for the prevention, detection, evaluation and management of high blood pressure in adults. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com L...
2025-10-0212 minAPhA The First Fill09.2025 Part 1: Hypertension Guideline UpdateIn this episode of The First Fill, we will review the American college of cardiology/American Health Association recently published guidelines for the prevention, detection, evaluation and management of high blood pressure in adults. Key updates compared to the 2017 guidelines for pharmacists to be aware of will be discussed. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library a...
2025-09-2512 minAPhA The First Fill2025.08 EP 2: Advancing HIV Care: The Pharmacists Role in Treatment and PreventionIn this episode, clinical research scientist Jennifer Cocohoba discusses solutions to barriers of effective HIV care, lenacapavir's place in in the HIV prevention landscape and things that pharmacists can do to ensure that patients have access to the medications they need. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at th...
2025-08-2820 minAPhA The First Fill08.2025 Part 1: New Drug UpdateIn this episode of The First Fill, we will review two recent new drug approvals, gepotidacin for UTI and lenacapavir for treatment and prevention of HIV. You'll hear about outcomes from clinical trials and patient counseling points for the new agents. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at t...
2025-08-2114 minAPhA The First Fill06.2025 Part 2: Advancing Cardiovascular Outcomes: The Pharmacist's Role in Post-ACS and ASCVD Risk ReductionIn this episode, Dr. Joseph Saseen, a clinical pharmacist and expert in cardiology and population health focuses on ASCVD risk reduction and the pharmacist's evolving role in cardiovascular care. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU)....
2025-06-2617 minAPhA The First Fill2025.06 Part 1: ACS Guideline UpdateIn this episode of The First Fill, we will focus on the 2025 ACC/AHA Clinical Practice Guidelines for the management of acute coronary syndromes (ACS). You'll hear how pharmacists can take an active role in implementing evidence-based care by optimizing dual antiplatelet therapy, supporting stepwise lipid management, and reinforcing secondary prevention strategies such as cardiac rehab and lifestyle modification. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and n...
2025-06-1916 minAPhA The First Fill05.2025 Part 2: Pharmacists supporting maternal healthIn this episode, Trisha LaPointe, Professor of Pharmacy Practice from Massachussets College of Pharmacy discusses the pharmacists role in supporting maternal health through early risk identification, patient education and collaboration with the healthcare team. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 ho...
2025-05-2208 minAPhA The First Fill05.2025 Part 1: WHO 2024 Maternal Health Recommendations: What Every Pharmacist Should KnowIn this episode of the First Fill, we spotlight the World Health Organization's 2024 maternal and perinatal health recommendations. You'll hear how pharmacists can take an active role in antenatal care by supporting patients through counselling on supplement use, safe symptom relief, and preventive health strategies. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a...
2025-05-1509 minAPhA The First Fill2025.04 Part 2: Expanding opportunities for reimbursement in digital therapeuticsIn this episode, Andy Molnar, CEO of the Digital Therapeutics Alliance discusses reimbursement for digital therapeutics and the pharmacists role in digital care delivery. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on...
2025-04-2412 minAPhA The First Fill04.2025 Ep 1: Regulatory and Reimbursement pathways for digital therapeuticsIn this episode, we review the definition of digital therapeutics, FDA risk classifications and pathways to approval and reimbursement for digital therapeutics and clinical services related. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in...
2025-04-2413 minAPhA The First Fill2025.03 Part 2: Practice Pearls on New Drugs for PharmacistsIn this episode, Dr. Dan Hussar, Remington award winner provides useful information to help pharmacists stay up to date and navigate new drug approvals. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on...
2025-03-2720 minAPhA The First Fill2025.03 Part 1: New Drug UpdateIn this episode, we'll focus on 2 new clinically relevant drug approvals impacting both community and hospital pharmacists – suzetrigine and aztreonam-avibactam. We'll discuss efficacy data which led to their approval, potential adverse effects and counseling points for pharmacists to be aware of. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the...
2025-03-2014 minAPhA The First Fill2025.02 Part 2: Optimizing Transitions of Care: The Pharmacist's RoleIn this episode, Yara Al-Shaer and transitions of care pharmacist Laressa Bethishou discuss strategies for preventing medication errors during transitions of care, with an emphasis on medication reconciliation, and effective collaboration across healthcare teams. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 h...
2025-02-2713 minAPhA The First Fill2025.02 Part 1 Enhancing Medication Safety in Transitions of CareIn this episode, we'll focus on Transitions of Care (TOC) and the critical role pharmacists play in ensuring medication safety and continuity during care transitions. We'll explore ISMP Best Practice 21 recommendations, discuss how pharmacist-led interventions help reduce hospital readmissions, and review key CMS and Joint Commission quality measures that reinforce the pharmacist's role in TOC programs. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers c...
2025-02-2012 minAPhA The First Fill2025.01 Part 2: M3P on the Front LinesIn this episode, Katie Meyer and independent community pharmacist Rachel Kestin discuss her experiences and workflow tips navigating the 2025 Medicare updates. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website o...
2025-01-2312 minAPhA The First Fill2025.01 Part 1: Part 1 2025 Medicare UpdatesIn this episode, APhA Executive Education Fellow, Nick, APhA's Sr. Manager of Educational Activities, Maya and Katie Meyer will review recent updates to Medicare that occurred beginning 2025 because of the inflation reduction act. These include an updated out-of-pocket maximum for Medicare beneficiaries and the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan, a new option to help patients manage their prescription drug costs. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both m...
2025-01-1613 minAPhA The First Fill2024.12: Part 2 Reducing stigma for improved HIV antiretroviral adherenceIn this episode, Katie Meyer and Kevin Astle discuss key strategies pharmacists can use to improve patient adherence in HIV care. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website o...
2024-12-2609 minAPhA The First Fill2024.12 Part 1: Guideline Updates For use of Antiretroviral AgentsIn this episode, APhA Executive Education Fellows and Katie Meyer will review Guidelines for the Use of Antiretroviral Agents in Adults and Adolescents with HIV recently published by National Institutes of Health (NIH). Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours o...
2024-12-1911 minAPhA The First Fill2024.11 Part 2: Stories from a mental health clinical pharmacy practitionerIn this episode, expert Jeff Gold, a mental health clinical pharmacy practitioner at the VA discusses impactful patient encounters and mechanisms he's found helpful for self-care. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune i...
2024-11-2114 minAPhA The First Fill2024.11 Part 1: Veteran's Affairs Clinical Pharmacy Providers and Mental HealthIn this episode, APhA Executive Education Fellows and Katie Meyer will discuss the role of mental health clinical pharmacy providers at the Veterans Affairs. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on...
2024-11-1409 minAPhA The First Fill2024.10 Part 2: Shame and stigma in SUDIn this episode, expert Jake Nichols who has dedicated his career to serving persons with SUD discusses how shame and stigma impact a patients journey and actionable ways pharmacists can support them. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of C...
2024-10-2409 minAPhA The First Fill2024.10 Part 1: Pharmacists Impacting Public HealthIn this episode, APhA Executive Education Fellows will discuss the recently published PhARM OUD guidelines designed to equip community pharmacists with essential tools to help them enhance patient care. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). ...
2024-10-1715 minAPhA The First Fill2024.09 Part 2: Fall Prevention in PracticeIn this episode, Geriatric Clinical Pharmacist Sean Jeffrey discusses common interventions, strategies for communication and compensation for pharmacist driven fall prevention services. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our we...
2024-09-2616 minAPhA The First Fill2024.09 Part 1: Fall Prevention UpdateIn this episode, APhA Executive Education Fellows will discuss polypharmacy, the recent USPSTF recommendation statement on fall prevention in older adults, and some strategies and resources pharmacists can use for fall prevention. Each month, APhA will release two, 10 to 15 minute podcasts offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE c...
2024-09-1912 minAPhA The First Fill2024.05 Ep 5: The GIGO Principle: Inappropriate CAP Diagnosis Results in Unnecessary Antibiotic Exposure in Hospitalized AdultsIn this episode, we will discuss a recent study that evaluated the impact of inappropriate diagnosis of CAP and duration of antibiotic use. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now o...
2024-06-2705 minAPhA The First Fill2024.05 Ep 4 Potentially Dangerous Drug CombosIn this episode, we will review a recent retrospective cohort study that evaluated the risk of bleeding-related hospitalization and death in patients using diltiazem in combination with apixaban and rivaroxaban. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE c...
2024-06-2005 minAPhA The First Fill2024.05 Ep 3: Antihypertensive medication and fracture risk in nursing home residentsIn this episode, we will discuss a recently published study that observed the association between the initiation of antihypertensive medication and the increased fracture risk in individuals residing in long term care nursing homes. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to e...
2024-06-1305 minAPhA The First Fill2024.05 Ep 2 Watch the QT in HDIn this episode, we will discuss drug-induced QT prolongation, specifically in patients receiving hemodialysis and how pharmacists can prevent drug-related harm. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our w...
2024-06-0605 minAPhA The First Fill2024.05 Ep 1 Thiopurines in PregnancyIn this episode, we will discuss risks associated with thiopurine use, specifically in pregnant patients and how pharmacists can play a role in communicating the new evidence and labeling change. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). ...
2024-05-3005 minAPhA The First Fill2024.04 Ep 5 New Drug Update: VadadustatIn this episode, we will discuss the newly FDA approved agent for anemia due to chronic kidney disease, vadadustat. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Y...
2024-05-2306 minAPhA The First Fill2024.04 Ep 4 First Prescription Digital Therapeutic to Treat Major Depressive DisorderIn this episode, we will discuss the newly FDA cleared prescription digital therapeutic for major depression disorder. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, o...
2024-05-1606 minAPhA The First Fill2024.04 Ep 3 The Approval of Aprocitentan for HypertensionIn this episode, we will discuss aprocitentan, a newly FDA-approved treatment for hypertension. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.
2024-05-0905 minAPhA The First Fill2024.04 Ep 2 New Drug Update: ResmetiromIn this episode, we will describe the newly-FDA approved drug, resmetirom, for the treatment of NASH. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or A...
2024-05-0204 minAPhA The First Fill2024.04 Ep 1 Pemivibart granted Emergency Use AuthorizationIn this episode, we will discuss the recent FDA Emergency Use Authorization of pemivibart for COVID-19 pre-exposure prophylaxis. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Sp...
2024-04-2505 minAPhA The First Fill2024.03 Ep 5 Cannabis and CVD RiskIn this episode we will summarize key results from a recent study exploring the association of cannabis use with cardiovascular outcomes. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or s...
2024-04-1806 minAPhA The First Fill2024.03 Ep 4 Decipher Biologics and Biosimilars (Interchangeable)In this episode we will provide a concise overview of the emerging market of biologics and biosimilars across various medical conditions in the US. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on o...
2024-04-1106 minAPhA The First Fill2024.03 Ep 3 Xolong Food Allergies?In this episode, we will discuss the new indication for omalizumab. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Google, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: T...
2024-04-0404 minAPhA The First Fill2024 03 Ep1: Quick COVID Update from APhA2024In this episode, we will provide pharmacists with a quick update related to COVID-19. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Google, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts....
2024-03-2906 minAPhA The First Fill2024.03 Ep 2 OTC Oral Contraceptive Hits the ShelvesIn this episode we will provide a reminder about important counseling points related to the first FDA approved over the counter oral contraceptive. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our w...
2024-03-2905 minAPhA The First Fill2024 Feb Ep 4: Catching up with MavacamtenIn this episode, we will review mavacamten, it's pharmacology, recent studies and place in therapy for HCM. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via G...
2024-03-2106 minAPhA The First Fill2024 Feb Ep5: Mortality Trends Related to Diabetic Hyperglycemic CrisisIn this episode, we will discuss mortality trends related to hyperglycemic crises due to acute complications of diabetes in our nation. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our w...
2024-03-2106 minAPhA The First Fill2024 Feb Ep3: In the Blink of an EyeIn this episode, we will discuss the recent FDA warning related to eye drops Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Google, Spotify, or A...
2024-03-1406 minAPhA The First Fill2024 Feb Ep2: Denosumab in CKDIn this episode, we will discuss symptoms and treatment options for the recent FDA drug safety communication about denosumab. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our we...
2024-03-0705 minAPhA The First Fill2024 Feb Ep1: Do you use Real Time Benefit Tools?In this episode, we will discuss the use of real-time benefit tools (RTBT) and impact on prescribing habits. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via...
2024-02-2905 minAPhA The First Fill2024 January Ep5: GLP1-RA FDA Update on Suicidal Thoughts or ActionsIn this episode, we will take a look at a recent analysis supporting FDA's determination regarding GLP1 receptor agonists and reports of suicidal ideation. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in n...
2024-01-3105 minAPhA The First Fill2024 January Ep4: Looking Out for Sub-Clinical Atrial Fibrillation (SCAF)In this episode, we will be defining subclinical atrial fibrillation (SCAF) and findings from the ARTESIA study. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via G...
2024-01-3106 minAPhA The First Fill2024 January Ep3: Top 5 Update in 2024 Standards of Care in DiabetesIn this episode, we'll be covering the top 5 things you need to know about the 2024 Standard of Care in Diabetes. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website o...
2024-01-3105 minAPhA The First Fill2024 January Ep1: Change those Prescribing Habits STAT for Antimicrobial StewardshipIn this episode, we will highlight outpatient prescribing statistics and explore a multimodal approach to optimize antimicrobial stewardship in the outpatient setting. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on ou...
2024-01-3005 minAPhA The First Fill2024 January Ep2: Is It That Time of Year Again? SAD RefresherIn this episode, we will discuss symptoms and treatment options for seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Google, Spotify, o...
2024-01-2606 minAPhA The First Fill2023 Nov/Dec Ep5: Tirzepatide FDA-ApprovalIn this episode, we will discuss the recent FDA-approval of tirzepatide for weight management, as well as touch on general considerations for GLP-1 receptor agonists. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune i...
2023-12-2705 minAPhA The First Fill2023 Nov/Dec Ep4: (meno)Pause for a 2023 Update on Non-Hormone TherapiesIn this episode, we will hit on the most relevant pharmacologic non-hormone therapies for vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or s...
2023-12-2606 minAPhA The First Fill2023 Nov/Dec Ep3: Look Out for CytisiniclineIn this episode, though not FDA-approved, we will touch on the most recent evidence on cytisinicline for smoking cessation. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or s...
2023-12-2405 minAPhA The First Fill2023 Nov/Dec Ep2: Where Do You See Misinformation the Most?In this episode, we will take a look at recent data on where misinformation is most often cited as well as the healthcare-related topics. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in n...
2023-12-2205 minAPhA The First Fill2023 Nov/Dec Ep1: Update on Antibiotics Associated with C. DiffIn this episode, we will discuss recent literature on antibiotics associated with C. Diff. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Google, Spotify, or App...
2023-12-2104 minAPhA The First Fill2023 October Ep5: Tenapanor for CKDIn this episode, we will discuss the approval of tenapanor as a new treatment option for hyperphosphatemia in patients with CKD on dialysis. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now o...
2023-11-0305 minAPhA The First Fill2023 October Ep4: Top 5 Things to Know - Maternal RSV VaccinationIn this episode, we will discuss the top 5 things pharmacists should know about the maternal RSV vaccine. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via G...
2023-11-0306 minAPhA The First Fill2023 October Ep3: Sleeping Through the NoiseIn this episode, we will discuss different types of noise as a non-pharmacological approach to improving sleep hygiene. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe v...
2023-11-0203 minAPhA The First Fill2023 October Ep2: Intro to Digital HealthIn this episode, we will breakdown digital health versus digital medicine versus digital therapeutics in the context of pharmacy practice. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website o...
2023-11-0206 minAPhA The First Fill2023 October Ep1: Oral PhenylephrineIn this episode, we will discuss the FDA's Non-prescription Drug Advisory Committee's review of the efficacy of oral phenylephrine as a decongestant. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on o...
2023-11-0206 minAPhA The First Fill2023 September Ep5: Nirsevimab for PediatricsIn this episode, we will dig into the efficacy of nirsevimab against RSV in pediatric patients. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Google, S...
2023-10-0105 minAPhA The First Fill2023 September Ep4: 5-minute COVID-19 Vaccine UpdateIn this episode, we will highlight information on the updated COVID-19 vaccines and briefly hit on vaccine effectiveness as a whole during the first half of 2023. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). T...
2023-10-0105 minAPhA The First Fill2023 September Ep3: Zuranolone: Not Down with PPD (postpartum depression)In this episode, we will discuss key counseling points and considerations for the newly FDA-approved zuranolone for the treatment of postpartum depression. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on o...
2023-09-3005 minAPhA The First Fill2023 September Ep2: HIV PrEP Counseling PointsIn this episode, we hit on key counseling points, such as efficacy of antiretrovirals for pre-exposure prophylaxis from HIV. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or s...
2023-09-3004 minAPhA The First Fill2023 September Ep1: System Error!: AI and Large Language ModelsIn this episode, we will discuss recent data exploring the authenticity of references cited in the generation of medical information from large language models. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in n...
2023-09-3005 minAPhA The First Fill2023 August Ep5: PGx: Did you know...?In this episode, we will discuss how pharmacogenomics (PGx) may determine a patient's response to drug therapy and share an interesting case example with SSRIs. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune i...
2023-09-0106 minAPhA The First Fill2023 August Ep4: Intro to AI in PharmacyIn this episode, we will discuss artificial intelligence (AI) concepts and applications related to daily life and pharmacy practice. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or s...
2023-08-3106 minAPhA The First Fill2023 August Ep3: Rx Holds Prior to SurgeryIn this episode, we will discuss various drug classes and their potential underlying pathophysiologic impact in patients having surgery, including GLP1RAs and over the counter products. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU).
2023-08-3107 minAPhA The First Fill2023 August Ep2: HPV and Oral Cancer PreventionIn this episode, we will discuss the impact of HPV and cancer prevention strategies with the vaccine. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via Go...
2023-08-3105 minAPhA The First Fill2023 August Ep1: Cannabis & PregnancyIn this episode, we will discuss new information regarding impact of cannabis to pregnant individuals during various time periods. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or su...
2023-08-3005 minAPhA The First Fill2023 July Ep5: Xylazine: 5 Things Pharmacists Need to KnowIn this episode, we will discuss xylazine's impact on the opioid crisis and the top 5 things pharmacists should be aware of regarding its use and harm reduction efforts. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE cr...
2023-07-3105 minAPhA The First Fill2023 July Ep4: Recommendations on the Use of Non-Sugar SweetnersIn this episode, we will discuss the WHO's recommendations on the use of non-sugar sweetners and findings on the impact of weight management. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). The fir...
2023-07-3005 minAPhA The First Fill2023 July Ep3: Berberine's Potential Metabolic BenefitsIn this episode, we will discuss the potential benefits of berberine as a supplement and hit on safety considerations. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). The first inaugural six months are...
2023-07-2906 minAPhA The First Fill2023 July Ep2: Lecanemab for Alzheimer's DiseaseIn this episode, we will discuss the approval of lecanemab as a new treatment option for Alzheimer's. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). The first inaugural six months are free! Tu...
2023-07-2806 minAPhA The First Fill2023 July Ep1: OTC Oral Norgestrel ContraceptiveIn this episode, we will discuss key counseling points in anticipation of the OTC norgestrel oral contraceptive. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). The first inaugural six months are free! Tun...
2023-07-2805 minAPhA The First Fill2023 June Ep5: Nalmefene for Opioid OverdoseIn this episode, we will discuss nalmefene's new intranasal formulation to the market as an opioid reversal agent and what this means for naloxone. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). The...
2023-07-0105 minAPhA The First Fill2023 June Ep4: De-emphasizing How We Use BMIIn this episode, we will discuss the AMA's updated policy to move away from using BMI as a sole criterion to guide health risks. Each month, APhA will release five, 5-minute podcast episodes offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Both members and nonmembers can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). The...
2023-07-0105 min
APhA-ASP Off Script Podcast SeriesEpisode 17: Point of Care Testing and Prescriptive AuthorityThis podcast episode will discuss resolution 2022.3- Expanding Pharmacist Point of Care Testing and Prescriptive Authority. This resolution was passed during the APhA-ASP House of Delegates Session at APhA Annual 2022. APhA-ASP National Policy Standing Committee, Rachel Dittrich, invites student pharmacists Dillon Solliday, Man Ha, and Cecily (Cece) Vivas to join in a discussion about how they have helped advocate for point-of-care testing and prescriptive authority within their states, as well as how student pharmacists can get involved in the call for action towards state and federal legislators.
2023-03-0117 min
Marked For GreatnessGuts, Guns, and GloryIn this episode of the Marked for Greatness Podcast, the Doctor and Steven sit down with an elite mounted shooter and APHA World Champion, Tammy Sronce. They discuss Tammy’s early days traveling from Australia with no more than a suitcase and a couple hundred dollars, to her rise as one of the GOAT’s in the sport of Mounted Shooting! Tammy also talks about a tragic accident she went through and the long road she had to walk in order to get back to her “border collie” like self. This is truly an amazing story of perseverance and determin...
2022-04-0447 minMarked For GreatnessThe Cinderella StoryIn this episode, Dr. Billy Smith and Steven Hayes are joined by Sunny Bates, APHA's Manager of Business Development - Chrome Cash, and cutting star Kenli Marvin. Sunny gives us an inside look at the Chrome Cash program, highlights the huge payouts for Chrome Cash competitors during the NCHA Futurity, and shares new features for the program in 2022. The 2018 NCHA Summer Cutting Spectacular Non Pro Champion Kenli Marvin tells us all about her own Cinderella story, her tobiano mare Cinderella Cat. With Cinderella Cat as the launching pad, Kenli has developed her own breeding program centered around that flashy...
2022-01-2139 minMarked For Greatness$350K in Halter Classes! What!?!In this episode, Dr. Billy Smith and Steven Hayes sit down with Matt Arias, APHA's Director of Advertising and Incentive Programs, and two APHA competitors, Dr. Jennifer Jubb and Kelley Wainscott. They discuss The Lonestar Gathering, which consisted of primarily Halter classes and the $16,000 check Dr. Jubb left the arena with. Plus, we get an in depth look at the Platinum and Gold programs APHA offers to their Halter competitors and how easy it is to get involved. If you like huge payouts, do yourself a favor and listen to this episode of the Marked For Greatness Podcast.
2021-11-0153 minMarked For GreatnessBecoming a "Model" APHA MemberIn this episode, Dr. Billy Smith and Steven Hayes sit down with Jessica Hein, APHA's Director of Membercare and Editor of Chrome Magazine, to discuss the upcoming fall Chrome issue, which is the highly anticipated fashion edition. They are joined by the six Chrome model search winners who will be featured in the upcoming issue! Get a sneak peak to who the models are and where they come from. All the models are APHA members and were voted on by their peers. Be on the look out for Chrome Magazine hitting your mailboxes early November!
2021-09-2244 min
Marked For GreatnessVersatility and Community w/ Kelly Boles ChapmanIn this episode, Dr. Billy Smith and Steven Hayes sit down with APHA Board of Directors member, Kelly Boles Chapman. Kelly is involved in all things equine and agriculture. Billy and Steven get her insights on not only the equine community, but the ag industry as a whole and all the overlap that usually occurs. They also discuss the upcoming foundation auction event during the APHA World Show, plus the IEA/APHA partnership and the event IEA will be having during the World Show in Fort Worth, June 25 - July 11.
2021-06-1442 minMarked For GreatnessFuel Your Mind For Horse Showing SuccessTy Hillman, Peak Performance Coach, author of Mind Fuel, and child actor (Joe Booker) in The Horse Whisperer, sits down with with Dr. Billy Smith and Steven Hayes of APHA to discuss the importance of training your mind to focus and be present when showing your horse. We all understand the concept of practice, but how often do you spend time practicing your mental strategies to achieve peak performance in the arena? Whether you are preparing for the upcoming APHA World Championship Show or headed to the weekend jackpot, this episode is full of insightful tips to help you...
2021-06-071h 02Marked For GreatnessAPHA InternshipsOn this episode Dr. Billy Smith and Steven Hayes sit down with Cristin Conner (APHA's Internship Program Manager), Matt Aries (APHA's Director of Breeders Trust and Sales), and Emma Edwards (Current APHA Intern). They do a deep dive into the process of becoming an APHA intern, plus what life is like for a past and present intern. If you or someone you know has ever thought about being an intern or just curious of what the APHA experience is like, this is an episode you don't want to miss.
2021-04-2852 minMarked For GreatnessMeet The Newest Members of the APHA Board of DirectorsDr. Billy Smith and Steven Hayes catch up with the newly elected Board of Directors members, Diane Alves and Monika Hagen, to discuss their new roles with APHA. Plus, an inside look at their back grounds and Monika being the first European board member. The APHA Board of Directors leads the future of APHA and we are thrilled to have Diane and Monika bring their expertise to the Board.
2021-04-0234 minMarked For Greatness2021 Convention Highlights w/ APHA's PresidentDr. Billy Smith and Steven Hayes sit down with APHA's newly elected President, Alison Umberger. They discuss Allison's background and what she is looking forward to the most in her presidency term. Plus, an inside look at the first ever 2021 virtual convention.
2021-03-3044 minMarked For GreatnessYouthful Wisdom - Marked For Greatness #4In this Episode, we sit down with Treylyn Hancock, AjPHA Secretary and Megan McMullen, APHA's Director of Youth. Treylyn gives us an inside look into her thought process as she prepares for shows and walks into the arena. She also shares a few of her memories of Paint Horse shows and the first time she met Dr. Smith. Megan talks about the AjPHA convention held in the Fort Worth Stockyards this year and what the future looks like for the Youth of APHA. As the saying goes, "kids say the darndest things" and this episode won't disappoint. Get ready...
2020-05-2736 minMarked For GreatnessMarked for Greatness Episode #3 - A Judges PerspectiveHave you ever wondered what the judges are thinking during major events? In this episode, Dr. Billy and Steven talk to APHA's Director of Judges, Shows, and Education, David Dellin, along with APHA certified judge and all-around trainer John Briggs. Dave and John give their perspective on judging APHA's new E-Shows and major events. Plus, we debunk a few judging myths we hear on occasion. Cinch up, and jump on. We've got one heck of a show.
2020-05-1158 minMarked For GreatnessMarked For Greatness #2 (Breeding and Registration Rules)On this episode, Co-hosts Steven Hayes and Dr. Billy Smith welcome special guest Jessica Hein, APHA Senior Director of Membercare and Publications, along with APHA members and breeders, the Kooiker family. The Kooikers' give us a little history into their breeding program, where they see it going, and how they feel on the newly passed registration rules. Jessica fills us in on the process for getting your horse registered under this new rule change, along with some of the feedback the MemberCare team has received. When it comes to breeding American Paint Horses, this is an episode you don't...
2020-04-2951 min